1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1973 Datsun Laurel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 276 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Datsun Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
Model | Corvette | Laurel |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |